Big Texas Ultra
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Big Texas Ultra
The Big Texas Ultra is a two-day trail endurance event held Nov 6-7, 2026 at Flat Creek Crossing Ranch near Johnson City, Texas. The event uses single and wide-track dirt and rocky trails, with course sections that include Flat Creek Crossing Ranch and Pedernales Falls State Park.
Distances offered:
- 15K Friday out and back
- 15K Saturday out and back
- 50K Saturday loop
- 100K Saturday, championship and non-competitive options
- 15K Ruck Saturday
Measured elevation gain is listed as 2200 ft on the 50K loop and 850 ft on the 15K out and back. Aid stations are located at multiple miles on each course and provide hot and cold foods, snacks, water, electrolytes, pickle juice and ice; water-only stations are also noted. Drop bags can be left at packet pickup and are transported to the Lone Star aid station (mile 15).
Mandatory equipment includes a hydration carrying system (minimums specified per distance), and phones are required for 50K and 100K entrants. Headlamps are required for the final 50K of the 100K event. Ruck weight rules apply: 30 lb for athletes over 150 lb, 20 lb for those under 150 lb. No camping is allowed at the ranch; camping is available nearby at Pedernales Falls State Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
